Fridays and Good Fridays during Lent call for flavorful seafood dishes that honor the season’s traditions. To make meal planning easier, we’ve curated a list of 7 tasty seafood recipes that are perfect for Lent. These dishes are simple, satisfying, and packed with fresh flavors. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or looking for quick weeknight inspiration, this list has something for everyone.
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Cajun Shrimp Tacos
Savor the bold and zesty flavors of Cajun Shrimp Tacos, a quick and easy dish that takes just 10 minutes to cook. With perfectly seasoned, juicy shrimp, these tacos are bursting with Cajun spice and a hint of citrus from fresh lemon juice. Ideal for a fast and flavorful weeknight dinner, these tacos can be customized with vibrant toppings like shredded red cabbage, mango habanero salsa, and crema, adding a satisfying touch to your taco night.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ lb. peeled and deveined, tail-off shrimp
- Stater Bros. 6” Criolla Corn & Flour Tortillas
- 2 tbsp. Famous Dave’s Cajun Seasoning Spice Rub
- Juice of ½ lemon
Optional Garnishes:
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- Shredded red cabbage
- Mango habanero salsa
- Crema
Directions:
1. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with Cajun seasoning.
2. Melt 1 tbsp. butter (or substitute with oil) in a skillet over medium heat.
3. Once the skillet is hot, add the seasoned shrimp.
4. Add lemon juice to the skillet with the shrimp.
5. Cook the shrimp thoroughly in the skillet.
6. Warm tortillas.
7. Add the cooked shrimp to the warm tortillas.
8. Top with your favorite toppings
8- Minute Air Fryer Salmon Bites
This dish strikes a perfect balance between the natural flavors of the salmon and the bold, vibrant glaze, making each bite a memorable experience. Goes great with rice, avocado, green onion, and sesame seeds.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. Skinless salmon fillet
- ¼ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. Full Circle Market ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp. Full Circle Market garlic powder
- ½ cup Stater Bros. soy sauce
- 2 tsp. Stater Bros. minced garlic
- 1/3 cup Stater Bros. honey
- 1 tsp. ginger paste
- 1 tbsp. corn starch + 1 tbsp. water
Directions:
- Cut salmon into cubes and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Air fry for 5-8 minutes at 400°F.
- Combine soy sauce, garlic, honey, and ginger in a small pot and heat over medium. Add cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened.
- Once salmon is cooked, glaze with the sauce and serve immediately.
Camarones a la Diabla
Camarones a la Diabla, a fiery dish that promises to ignite your palate with its bold and spicy flavors. This tantalizing recipe features succulent large shrimp simmered to perfection. Served alongside fluffy white rice, it’s the perfect meal for those who love their seafood with a spicy kick.
Ingredients:
- 64 fl oz. Stater Bros. 100% Vegetable Juice
- 2 or 3 lbs. Stater Bros. Large Shrimp
- 3 Jalapeños
- 4 Roma tomatoes
- 1 Green onion bunch
- 1 Cilantro Bunch
- Salt
- Lime
- Tapatio Salsa
Directions:
- Wash and rinse the shrimp.
- In a pot, add vegetable juice and shrimp and cook on medium heat.
- Split jalapeños and green onion almost to the top and add them to the pot.
- Add a cilantro bunch and chopped Roma tomatoes to the pot.
- Season with salt and let everything cook until a boil.
- Garnish with white rice, a squeeze of lime, and Tapatio sauce.
Sushi Bake
Spice up your next meal with this irresistibly delicious and crowd-pleasing sushi bake! Packed with bold flavors and simple to prepare, it’s the ultimate dish for potlucks, family gatherings, or any occasion where you want to impress. Serve it up and watch everyone come back for seconds!
Ingredients:
- ½ lb. Skinless Salmon 8 oz. Imitation Crab
- 4 oz. Stater Bros. Cream Cheese (that’s half a block), softened
- ¼ cup Stater Bros. Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp. Sriracha (Sriracha Mayo, optional)
- 2 ½ cups Calrose or Sushi Rice, cooked
- 2 tbsp. Rice Vinegar
- Shredded Nori Sheets Green Onion,
Optional Garnish
- Sesame Seeds
Description:
- Season salmon with garlic powder, salt and pepper then brush lightly with oil.
- Air fry at 400°F for 9 minutes.
- Shred imitation crab then add salmon.
- Add cream cheese, mayo and Sriracha. Mix well.
- Combine rice with rice vinegar and press evenly into bottom of oven safe dish.
- Shred nori on top of rice then layer on the salmon/crab mixture.
- Bake at 380°F for 10 minutes.
- Drizzle on Sriracha and Sriracha mayo and top with green onion and sesame seeds.
Grilled Ahi Tuna Steak Sandwich
Forget the deli counter and take your sandwiches to the next level with something fresh and flavorful! Master the art of the grilled tuna steak sandwich, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a gourmet experience at home. Get ready to savor every bite!
Ingredients
- Ahi Tuna Steak
- Food Club Avocado Oil
- Salt and Pepper
- Stater Bros. Artisan Style Buns
- Wasabi Sauce
- Pickled Ginger
- Mirco Greens or Baby Arugula
Directions:
- Pre-heat your grill or grill pan.
- Pat the ahi tuna steak dry and lightly coat all sides with avocado oil.
- Season all sides with salt and pepper.
- Cook 30 second to 1 minute on all sides, careful not to overcook.
- Serve on a toasted bun with wasabi sauce, pickled ginger and fresh green such as micro greens or baby arugula.
Air Fried Shrimp
Golden and perfectly crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside—this dish is everything you’re craving! With an easy-to-follow recipe, it’s the ultimate solution for a quick, satisfying meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or whenever you need something delicious in a snap.
Ingredients:
- Stater Bros. Large Raw Shrimp, EZ Peel, Tail-On & Deveined
- Full Circle Market Paprika
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 limes
- Full Circle Market Organic Olive Oil
- 1/2 stick Stater Bros.
- Salted Butter
- Famous Dave’s Devil’s Spit Seasoning
- Cilantro
Directions:
- Start with defrosted shrimp and drain any liquid from the bag.
- Pat the shrimp dry, and peel off the shells.
- In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with paprika, salt, chopped garlic, the juice of 1 lime and olive oil.
- Air fry at 375°F for about 9 minutes.
- Place cooked shrimp in a clean bowl and toss ½ stick of melted butter, spicy seasoning, and cilantro.
- Serve topped with cilantro and a fresh squeeze of lime.